How long should a car be warmed up?
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Car warm-up only takes 1 minute. The damage caused by not warming up includes: engine wear as the engine oil settles at the bottom when cold, leaving internal components in a state of dry friction. The method for warming up is: after starting the vehicle, let it idle for 1 to 2 minutes to allow the engine coolant to reach normal operating temperature before driving. The benefits of warming up are: 1. Lubrication: After prolonged parking, engine oil flows back into the oil pan, leaving the upper parts lacking lubrication; warming up provides this lubrication. 2. Improved efficiency: When the engine hasn't reached operating temperature, the fuel system can't effectively vaporize gasoline completely due to low temperatures; warming up helps improve operational efficiency.